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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on May 4, 2009 12:17:30 GMT -5
Yep, Leja has been subjecting us to her post about cooking so much so - she needs her own thread...
So, Leja...Whatcha Cookin Ma? |
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Post by Coach on May 4, 2009 12:19:25 GMT -5
Whatever she does...she needs to make a pitcher of half/half. :-)
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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on May 4, 2009 12:24:20 GMT -5
AWW Coach!!!!!  She been teasing us with her dang ole cookin!!  |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:25:54 GMT -5
LOLOL!
Lemme run my weekly menu past ya'll; last week's highlights (recipes upon request!)
Breakfast:
1. Twice-baked bruschetta
Whole grain portuguese rolls; grilled with margarine, then topped with a mixture of tomatoes, spinach, garlic, mushrooms, balsalmic vinagrette, and grilled shrimp. Topped with cheddar cheese and broiled to perfection
2. Shrimp & Grits w/a twist
medium shrimp marinated in cilantro and lime, gently sauteed with fresh tomatoes, garlic, red wine and saffron petals...spooned over buttery, cheesy, garlicky hominy grits whipped tight.
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Post by ShimmeringSTAR on May 4, 2009 12:26:53 GMT -5
I just told her that...I want an email of recipes...LOL
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:27:53 GMT -5
Just for Coach Lister:
High Tea Half & Half
32 oz. brewed green tea, chilled (unsweetened)
3 oz. mango puree
3 oz. peach nectar
12 oz. pressed apple juice (not from concentrate)
dash of lime juice
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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on May 4, 2009 12:27:58 GMT -5
Ummmm...yeah, I'mma need both of dem recipes!!!!!
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Post by Chal™ on May 4, 2009 12:29:17 GMT -5
Leja got my stomach growling. lol
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Post by Coach on May 4, 2009 12:31:22 GMT -5
Just for Coach Lister: High Tea Half & Half 32 oz. brewed green tea, chilled (unsweetened) 3 oz. mango puree 3 oz. peach nectar 12 oz. pressed apple juice (not from concentrate) dash of lime juice Hmmmm, I'm gonna try this. Just to get away from my regular Lemonade/Sweet Tea mix. |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:34:23 GMT -5
Lunch:
Dreamy Chicken--
I named it this because the recipe came to me in a dream in 2006.
Whole chicken breast marinated overnight in red wine, garlic and thyme. Stuffed with a mixture of spinach, sundried tomatoes, broccoli spears, zucchini and mozzarella cheese baked covered, then topped with butter-mushroom sauce
Farmer's Market Quesadillas--
wheat tortilla stuffed with sweet potatoes, cheddar cheese, baby bella mushrooms, spinach, grilled with a homemade salsa of: diced tomatoes, diced gala apple, minced onion, diced jalapenos, corn, my special vinagrette and spices
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Post by DamieQue™ on May 4, 2009 12:37:38 GMT -5
Lunch: Dreamy Chicken-- I named it this because the recipe came to me in a dream in 2006. Whole chicken breast marinated overnight in red wine, garlic and thyme. Stuffed with a mixture of spinach, sundried tomatoes, broccoli spears, zucchini and mozzarella cheese baked covered, then topped with butter-mushroom sauce Farmer's Market Quesadillas-- wheat tortilla stuffed with sweet potatoes, cheddar cheese, baby bella mushrooms, spinach, grilled with a homemade salsa of: diced tomatoes, diced gala apple, minced onion, diced jalapenos, corn, my special vinagrette and spices *SMH* How do you have time to cook all this stuff? |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:40:30 GMT -5
Dinner:
Thai Peanut-Curry Chicken--
Chicken breast (marinated in dry spices and garlic) slice uber-thin, sauteed with onions and string beans, then smothered in my special peanut sauce, mild curry served over bright white rice
Byron Lee Rice--
So named because it's both Asian and West Indian. Shrimp marinated in west indian green seasoning and mint chutney tossed together in an oiled wok with onions, garlic, and green veggies...topped with bean sprouts, spices and a beaten egg
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:44:16 GMT -5
*SMH* How do you have time to cook all this stuff?It's exam-time. I'm home all day these days, so I actually have time to cook extemporaneously. Not for nothing, I normally have some meat seasoned in various ways (Asian, Caribbean, Indian and Italian) so that whenever the mood hits me, I can get right to the stove without having to wait til the next day. I do a LOT of ahead-of-time food prep (got veggies already cut, various sauces and broths already made, etc.) so it rarely takes me over an hour to go from bright idea to on-the-table |
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Post by DamieQue™ on May 4, 2009 12:48:01 GMT -5
*SMH* How do you have time to cook all this stuff?It's exam-time. I'm home all day these days, so I actually have time to cook extemporaneously. Not for nothing, I normally have some meat seasoned in various ways (Asian, Caribbean, Indian and Italian) so that whenever the mood hits me, I can get right to the stove without having to wait til the next day. I do a LOT of ahead-of-time food prep (got veggies already cut, various sauces and broths already made, etc.) so it rarely takes me over an hour to go from bright idea to on-the-table |
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Post by Coach on May 4, 2009 12:48:30 GMT -5
Dead @ Byron Lee rice....i'm sorry but "Dollar Wine" just started playing in my head.
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:50:32 GMT -5
Dead @ Byron Lee rice....i'm sorry but "Dollar Wine" just started playing in my head. I knew you'd get that, babe ;D |
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Post by No Screen Name on May 4, 2009 12:51:42 GMT -5
Can we make this post "sticky"--so it's always at the top of the page? That way Leja (and anybody else) can post recipes. I know I said I hate to cook--but JESUS has forced my hand.  Due to the bad economy, all of my favorite cheap restaurants near me are shutting down. So I'm backed into a corner--I HAVE to cook now. So this post would be handy. The good thing is, I'm getting plenty of use out of my new grill!  |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:52:44 GMT -5
Lunch: Dreamy Chicken-- I named it this because the recipe came to me in a dream in 2006. Whole chicken breast marinated overnight in red wine, garlic and thyme. Stuffed with a mixture of spinach, sundried tomatoes, broccoli spears, zucchini and mozzarella cheese baked covered, then topped with butter-mushroom sauce I forgot! This was served over couscous. The couscous had diced apples, chopped reconstituted raisins (soaked in hot water and wine) and a little cayenne pepper |
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Post by Coach on May 4, 2009 12:55:57 GMT -5
Dead @ Byron Lee rice....i'm sorry but "Dollar Wine" just started playing in my head. I knew you'd get that, babe ;D You wouldnt happen to have anything involving Chris Garcia would you?? lol damn, where BK when you need her... |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 12:59:45 GMT -5
I knew you'd get that, babe ;D You wouldnt happen to have anything involving Chris Garcia would you?? lol damn, where BK when you need her... YEP! It's called Tilapia Chutney Bacchanal. LoL |
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Post by DamieQue™ on May 4, 2009 13:00:33 GMT -5
Can we make this post "sticky"--so it's always at the top of the page? That way Leja (and anybody else) can post recipes. I know I said I hate to cook--but JESUS has forced my hand. Due to the bad economy, all of my favorite cheap restaurants near me are shutting down. So I'm backed into a corner--I HAVE to cook now. So this post would be handy. The good thing is, I'm getting plenty of use out of my new grill! |
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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on May 4, 2009 13:05:26 GMT -5
ROLMFAO @ Z!!!!!!!! I'm saying, yal don't know - I BEEEEN being (yep been being) subjected to this. Leja in my YIM "Guess what I cooked!?!?" "I know you'll appreciate this cause you a foody" - she know I'm addicted to the FoodChannel!!!!! I'mma cook that chicken this week though...LOL!!!!! ;D |
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Post by Coach on May 4, 2009 13:10:13 GMT -5
You wouldnt happen to have anything involving Chris Garcia would you?? lol damn, where BK when you need her... YEP! It's called Tilapia Chutney Bacchanal. LoL LOL...i'm done messing with you for the day. Now i'm gonna find my old tapes. |
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Post by No Screen Name on May 4, 2009 13:12:06 GMT -5
Damie--you might get that plate fixed for you after all. Loggie--I am going to try that chicken, too. This post reminds me--WHY do they play the Food Channel on the TVs at my gym?  Is that not TORTURE? |
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Post by QUIET As Kept on May 4, 2009 13:16:52 GMT -5
All I know is she STAYS talking to me about food on the innanets....but then I come to her city....and its all about takeout! What is THAT about?!?!?!?!?
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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on May 4, 2009 13:18:58 GMT -5
All I know is she STAYS talking to me about food on the innanets....but then I come to her city....and its all about takeout! What is THAT about?!?!?!?!? AWWW HECK NAW!!! LMAO!!!!!! I swear fo GAWD - if I come to B-More it betta BE MORE den McD's!!! Dat's all I'm saying!!! LMAO!! Quiet - I'mma getchu a plate too!! |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 13:22:32 GMT -5
Pay no attention to the hater behind the Crimson Curtain.
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Post by LogAKAlly <3'n Keef on May 4, 2009 13:23:55 GMT -5
LMAO!!!!! Dat's like finding out Chuck Norris got AB implants!!  |
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Post by QUIET As Kept on May 4, 2009 13:24:30 GMT -5
Granted, I would have missed out on the wonderfulness that is the community college in the strip mall if it weren't for the dinner at Applebee's... ...and the LP spot was the truth ...but still All I know is she STAYS talking to me about food on the innanets....but then I come to her city....and its all about takeout! What is THAT about?!?!?!?!? AWWW HECK NAW!!! LMAO!!!!!! I swear fo GAWD - if I come to B-More it betta BE MORE den McD's!!! Dat's all I'm saying!!! LMAO!! Quiet - I'mma getchu a plate too!! |
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Post by LejaOMG on May 4, 2009 13:29:17 GMT -5
ok, next time I'll make u all the oatmeal you want. Hold the caipirinhas. K?
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She been teasing us with her dang ole cookin!! 
Due to the bad economy, all of my favorite cheap restaurants near me are shutting down. So I'm backed into a corner--I HAVE to cook now. So this post would be handy.
Is that not TORTURE? 
